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How much foam should ideally remain on the top of the beer when you finish pouring an American pale ale?

  1. None

  2. 0.25-0.5 inches

  3. 1 inch

  4. 2 inches or more

The correct answer is: 1 inch

When pouring an American pale ale, ideally there should be about 1 inch of foam on the top of the beer. This is because the foam helps to release the aromas of the beer and adds to the overall drinking experience. A None is incorrect because having no foam would not allow for the full release of the beer's aromas. B: 0.25-0.5 inches is incorrect because this amount of foam may not be enough to adequately release the aromas. D: 2 inches or more is incorrect because having too much foam could indicate that the beer is over-carbonated or poorly poured, resulting in a less desirable drinking experience.